Use a VR headset with Final Cut Pro X and Motion

To use a VR headset with Final Cut Pro X 10.4 and Motion 5.4, connect the headset, then install SteamVR on your Mac.

You can use a VR headset to view your 360º video while working in Final Cut Pro X and Motion. To use a VR headset, your Mac must meet the system requirements for VR content creation, and you need to install Steam software. For more information, visit the SteamVR support page, and refer to the documentation that came with your headset.

Configure SteamVR software

In Steam, follow the prompts to create a new account, or log into an existing one.

In Steam, choose Library > Tools.

Type SteamVR into the Search field.

Control-click SteamVR, then select Install Game.

To create a Desktop shortcut to launch SteamVR, select "Create Desktop shortcut," then click Next. This allows you to open SteamVR directly, without having to open it from the Steam app.

When SteamVR is finished installing, click Finish.

In the Library list, double-click SteamVR to open the app.

You can now quit the Steam app, and let SteamVR continue to run in the background. If you've connected your headset properly, the LED on the headset will be green. If SteamVR displays an error, or if the LED on the headset is red, visit the SteamVR support page for more information.

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